Campanula trachelium f. alba

nettle-leaved bellflower
A clump-forming perennial to around 80cm tall with upright, coarsely-hairy stems bearing deeply-toothed, nettle-like leaves up to 15cm long. Bell-shaped, white flowers are borne on short side branches up the stem in summer
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green | ||
Autumn | ||||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Campanula may be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with bell or star-shaped, often blue, flowers in late spring or summer
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Any fertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed or by division. Take stem-tip cuttings from new growth after flowering
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildflower meadow
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning
Cut back after flowering to prevent seeding and to encourage a second flush of flower
Pests
Diseases
Powdery mildew and rust may be problematic
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